Meaning of the word colonoscopy in English
What does colonoscopy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
colonoscopy
US /ˌkoʊ.ləˈnɑː.skə.pi/
UK /ˌkəʊ.ləˈnɒs.kə.pi/
Noun
a medical procedure in which a long, flexible, narrow tube with a small camera on the end is inserted into the colon to examine its lining for abnormalities, such as polyps or cancer
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The doctor recommended a colonoscopy to investigate the patient's symptoms.
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Regular colonoscopies are important for early detection of colorectal cancer.
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